echoic

/əˈkoʊɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling an echo

“The echoic quality of the cave’s acoustics made it an ideal location for the concert”

2. noun

a word or utterance that is imitated or repeated exactly, such as a child’s repetition of a word they heard

“The child’s echoic response to the teacher’s question was impressive”

Synonyms

  • echoing
  • imitative
  • repetitive

Antonyms

  • distinct
  • unique